10/10 Excellent
Christopher D.
28 January 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot
Christopher D.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Entire home
The Bach on Dorset 🌊
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Reviews
9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Opunake, Taranaki
- Cliff Top Garden Opunake Walkway6 min walk
- Everybody's Theatre9 min walk
- Opunake Beach10 min walk
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bunk Room
1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Single Bed
Double Room
1 Double Bed
Lounge
1 Double Futon
Queen Room
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
About this property
The Bach on Dorset 🌊
If you enjoy beach life and the simplicity of bach living, this property is for you!
Spacious 3 bedroom house surrounded by world class surf spots. Modernised kitchen, bathroom, shower and bath to relax after a day at this popular beach destination. Sleeps 8 guests made up of, 1 queen bed, 1 double, 1 set of bunks, 1 single bed and double pullout sofa in lounge. The property boasts a large back lawn for a good game of backyard kiwi cricket! Over the winter months the log fire with plenty of wood, will keep you warm for a nice midwinter getaway.
The Bach is situated central to Opunake Beach, this is patrolled over the summer months and Middletons Bay with a boat ramp, and surf casting spots. Depending on your interests our location provides you with great swimming beaches, fishing, diving, surfing and walking trails to enjoy.
We have board games, books and movies for the evening. There is a bbq for use, cricket set, two boggie boards and a youth size bike (you will need to bring a helmet).
Please note we supply all bedding and bath towels, however please bring your own beach towels.
Spacious 3 bedroom house surrounded by world class surf spots. Modernised kitchen, bathroom, shower and bath to relax after a day at this popular beach destination. Sleeps 8 guests made up of, 1 queen bed, 1 double, 1 set of bunks, 1 single bed and double pullout sofa in lounge. The property boasts a large back lawn for a good game of backyard kiwi cricket! Over the winter months the log fire with plenty of wood, will keep you warm for a nice midwinter getaway.
The Bach is situated central to Opunake Beach, this is patrolled over the summer months and Middletons Bay with a boat ramp, and surf casting spots. Depending on your interests our location provides you with great swimming beaches, fishing, diving, surfing and walking trails to enjoy.
We have board games, books and movies for the evening. There is a bbq for use, cricket set, two boggie boards and a youth size bike (you will need to bring a helmet).
Please note we supply all bedding and bath towels, however please bring your own beach towels.
Property manager
Craig and Letitia
Premier Host
Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available
Mountain view
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: limit 1 total
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
About the area
Opunake
Located in Opunake, this holiday home is in the mountains and on a lake. Everybody's Theatre and Cape Egmont Lighthouse are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Cliff Top Garden Opunake Walkway and Opunake Beach. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain climbing and hiking nearby.
Opunake, Taranaki
What's nearby
- Cliff Top Garden Opunake Walkway - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
- Everybody's Theatre - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
- Opunake Beach - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
- Pukekura Park - 46 min drive - 61.9 km
- Mount Taranaki - 73 min drive - 89.0 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Sugar Juice Cafe - 11 min walk
- Opunake Dairy - 6 min walk
- Opunake Pie Cart - 15 min walk
- Opunake Chinese Takeaways - 10 min walk
- Club Hotel - 8 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window9.6/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.8/10
Check-in
9.8/10
Communication
9.4/10
Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Eva B.
9 January 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great holiday home
Eva B.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023
10/10 Excellent
Shaila S.
13 February 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good spot for local wedding
Shaila S.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
Ann P.
11 March 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice and simple
Ann P.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
8/10 Good
Leanne c.
22 January 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great place to stay for a family get away , lots of space, awesome outside area with a large lawn.
Leanne c.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer M.
2 January 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a great place to stay and highly recommended for family, spacious and clean 🙂
Jennifer M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022
10/10 Excellent
Naomi C.
14 January 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Happy days
Naomi C.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
8/10 Good
louise c.
30 December 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice and clean. Walk to cafe and beach.
louise c.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021
10/10 Excellent
Bernadette P.
24 January 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Bernadette P.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023
8/10 Good
Chelsea M.
7 January 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Miss
Chelsea M.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Trish S.
25 November 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Opunake Sojourn
Trish S.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
8/10 Good
sue m.
22 April 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice getaway
sue m.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
10/10 Excellent
Laetitia D.
27 June 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location Location
Laetitia D.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Frank William
18 November 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Frank William
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
10/10 Excellent
Margaret S.
13 February 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The perfect get-away
Margaret S.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
8/10 Good
Tessa G.
21 December 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mostly clean and tidy. Bed was comfortable. Furniture was suitable for a student flat
Tessa G.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
8/10 Good
Stefanie H., Tairua
21 February 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice Bach 👍
Stefanie H.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
David G., New Zealand
18 October 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Opunaki Stay.
David G.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Alana R.
22 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Opunake getaway
Alana R.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Kelly B.
3 January 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome spot for a beach getaway
Kelly B.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Mandy F.
22 January 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing and Quiet
Mandy F.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kayt R., Wellington
15 January 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous fenced backyard
Kayt R.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023
10/10 Excellent
Angela M.
15 February 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rain
Angela M.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022
10/10 Excellent
Leanne C.
27 May 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Winter warmth
Leanne C.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
8/10 Good
TUI M.
11 April 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Handy to beaches, toasty warm
TUI M.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
About the host
Hosted by Craig and Letitia
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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